For sale

$1,199,000

Est. $7,972/mo —

•

1,604

sq ft

131 Buss Rd, La Honda, CA 94020

About this home

A Masterpiece of Redwood Living: The Ultimate Mountain Sanctuary. Nestled within the private Middleton community and wrapped in the ancient groves of Portola Redwoods State Park, this architectural gem offers an unparalleled blend of mid-century soul and modern luxury. Set on nearly 4 private acres, the estate features a meticulously updated 1,604 sq. ft. main residence and a detached 755 sq. ft. guest studio. The main home is a masterclass in design, featuring soaring vaulted open-beam ceilings, warm hardwood floors, and a massive riverstone hearth with a wood-burning fireplace. Modern comforts include radiant floor heating, a gourmet kitchen with gas appliances, and skylights that bathe the redwood interiors in natural light. The primary suite serves as a true retreat with an oversized en-suite bath and high-end finishes. The separate guest house provides a self-contained studio spaceideal for a high-end home office or creative studio. Outside, enjoy over 2,000 sq. ft. of premium Ipe decking, a jetted spa, two sun-drenched meadows, a seasonal creek, and private trails. Located at the end of a quiet road just a short drive from Silicon Valley, this is a rare opportunity to own a secluded forest legacy

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

3.74 acresLot Size

$748Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Scott Hayes •DRE #01401243 • Compass

Listing updated: Sep 20, 2026 at 11:53am

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLSListings #ML82046913

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$7,972 per month

Principal and interest$6,543

Property taxes

$1,249

HOA dues

Home insurance

$180

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

La Honda Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 5.8mi

9/10

Pescadero Elementary And Middle School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 9.5mi

8/10

Pescadero High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.8mi

6/10

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Offer insights

131 Buss Rd · $1,199,000

Strong offer

$1.2M and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $1.2M+ is a strong offer

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Skylights
Vaulted ceiling with open beam
Separate family room
Office

Bedrooms
Primary suite with walk-in closet

Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Stall shower
Tile finishes
Full bathroom on ground floor
Primary bedroom with oversized tub

Kitchen
Hood over range
Built-in gas oven range
Refrigerator
Eat-in kitchen

Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Laundry area inside and in garage

Flooring
Hardwood
Carpet

Heating & cooling
Radiant heating
Radiant floors

Sale and tax history for 131 Buss Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MLSListings #ML82046913

Sep 20, 2026

Price Changed

$1,199,000

$748/sq ft

Aug 21, 2026

Price Changed

$1,299,000

$810/sq ft

Aug 5, 2026

Price Changed

$1,370,000

$854/sq ft

Jun 4, 2026

Price Changed

$1,499,000

$935/sq ft

May 12, 2026

Listed

$1,599,000

$997/sq ft

+33

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81673887

May 12, 2026

Listing Removed

—

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81693992

May 12, 2026

Listing Removed

—

MLSListings #ML81740278

May 29, 2020

Sold

$1,270,000

$792/sq ft

Apr 24, 2020

Contingent

—

Sep 23, 2019

Relisted

—

Sep 23, 2019

Price Changed

$1,395,000

$870/sq ft

Sep 3, 2019

Contingent

—

Jun 12, 2019

Price Changed

$1,489,000

$928/sq ft

Feb 26, 2019

Listed

Feb 25, 2019

Listed

$1,529,000

$953/sq ft

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #SF482087

May 29, 2020

Sold

$1,270,000

$792/sq ft

Feb 25, 2019

Listed

MLSListings #ML80329833

Dec 3, 2003

Sold

$445,000

$277/sq ft

Nov 8, 2003

Listing Removed

—

May 26, 2003

Listed

May 26, 2003

Listed

$518,000

$323/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 31, 1993

Sold

$220,000

$137/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 20, 1987

Sold

$149,000

$93/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$15,579 (+1.4%)

$1,109,939 + $306,766

$1,416,705

2024

$15,362 (+6.9%)

$1,088,176 + $300,751

$1,388,927

2023

$14,366 (+1.6%)

$1,066,840 + $294,854

$1,361,694

2022

$14,145 (+1.7%)

$1,045,922 + $289,073

$1,334,995

2021

$13,911 (+120.7%)

$1,025,414 + $283,405

$1,308,819

2020

$6,303 (+1.7%)

$1,005,308 + $277,849

$1,283,157

2019

$6,196 (+2.9%)

$390,010 + $188,501

$578,511

2018

$6,022 (+2.4%)

$382,363 + $184,805

$567,168

2017

$5,881 (+0.2%)

$367,516 + $177,630

$545,146

2016

$5,869 (+35.4%)

$367,516 + $177,630

$545,146

2015

$4,335 (+2.4%)

$360,310 + $174,148

$534,458

2014

$4,235 (−1.1%)

$270,000 + $120,000

$390,000

2012

$4,281 (−20.8%)

$270,000 + $120,000

$390,000

2011

$5,406 (+1.3%)

$270,000 + $120,000

$390,000

2010

$5,337 (+0.4%)

$332,926 + $160,913

$493,839

2009

$5,317 (+2.2%)

$330,438 + $159,711

$490,149

2008

$5,202

$331,223 + $160,091

$491,314

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

3.74 Acres

Year renovated

1950

Finished Sq. Ft.

610

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

610

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

San Mateo County

APN

085033200

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.

Resource Management District

The purposes of this chapter are to carry out the objectives and policies of those San Mateo County General Plan Chapters that fulfill the requirements for State-mandated Open Space and Conservation Elements, as well as other elements adopted as part of the General Plan of San Mateo County, to meet the requirements of Section 65910 of the Government Code of the State of California requiring formulation of an open space zoning ordinance, and to ensure consistency between the General Plan and the zoning ordinance.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Religious facility
Restaurant
Hotel / motel
Research & development
Educational/school
Fire house
Golf related
Veterinary clinic
Park & open space

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

8 days above 93° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

8/10 Air Factor

13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

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La Honda, CA • 94020

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Sun exposure

12/ 100

Low sunlight

Sunscore

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Redfin Estimate for 131 Buss Rd

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Nearby homes have recently sold between $835,000 and $4,400,000.

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$835,000 Last sold price
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$336/sq ft
smaller lot
2 years older
SOLD AUG 11, 2026
$1,720,125 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths1,225 sq ft
1019 Los Trancos Rd, Portola Valley, CA 94028
$656/sq ft
smaller lot
20 years older
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$3,670,000 Last sold price
4 beds2.5 baths3,200 sq ft
310 Old Spanish Trl, Portola Valley, CA 94028
$399/sq ft
smaller lot
56 years newer
SOLD OCT 14, 2026
$4,400,000 Last sold price
Land— sq ft
26731 Taaffe Rd, Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
smaller lot
SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$2,550,000 Last sold price
3 beds3 baths3,320 sq ft
40 Deer Path Dr, Portola Valley, CA 94028
$20/sq ft
smaller lot
29 years newer
SOLD OCT 19, 2026
$3,250,000 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths1,870 sq ft
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$990/sq ft
smaller lot
12 years newer

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